International Applicants

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Regular MembershipWhat international applicants should know:

In brief, the application process for becoming a CPA is basically the same for U.S. and international candidates alike.

You first need to decide in which state you would like to become licensed, and then you need to contact that State Board of Accountancy for more information, including their requirements and any documentation you should provide.

NOTE: Qualifying through a board of accountancy is the ONLY route to the CPA designation. There is NO central professional body in the U.S. through which candidates may qualify as CPAs.

International ReciprocityThrough mutual recognition agreements (MRAs), qualified professional accountants from other countries can practice in the United States without having to completely re-credential. If you are a member of one of the following organizations:

International AssociateDo you hold an accounting qualification from your home country and wish to take advantage of the many benefits of AICPA membership? You may be eligible to apply to become an AICPA International Associate (non-voting), if you are a full, regular member of one of the following organizations: